Question

A 45-year-old woman presents with muscle weakness and diplopia that worsen throughout the day, improving with rest. She has positive acetylcholine receptor antibodies. Which treatment is first-line for symptomatic management?

Accepted Answer

Pyridostigmine

Answer

IV immunoglobulins

Answer

High-dose corticosteroids

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Thymectomy

Answer

Rituximab

Practice question

A 45-year-old woman presents with muscle weakness and diplopia that worsen throughout the day, improving with rest. She has positive acetylcholine receptor antibodies. Which treatment is first-line for symptomatic management?